Gurpreet Singh, Author at National Times

29 May

Punjab to Conduct Statewide Mock Drill ‘Operation Shield’ on May 31 at 6 PM

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Chandigarh, May 29, 2025: The Punjab Home Guards & Civil Defence Department has officially announced the second edition of the Civil Defence Exercise "Operation Shield" to be conducted across all districts of the state on May 31, 2025, at 6:00 PM. This follows a fresh directive issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, on May 29, 2025.Initially planned for May 29, the exercise was postponed due to concurrent training of Punjab’s civil defence personnel with the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF). The upcoming drill is designed to enhance preparedness against potential hostile attacks, specifically in border states…

29 May

Punjabi Music Icons Honoured in British Columbia’s Legislative Assembly

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Victoria, BC (National Times): In a celebration of culture and global musical influence, renowned Punjabi singers Jazzy B, Chani Nattan, and Inderpal Moga were warmly welcomed at the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia yesterday. The artists were hosted for a special lunch at the Parliamentary Dining Room, marking a memorable cultural exchange in the heart of Canadian politics. The singers also had the opportunity to meet Premier David Eby, posing for photographs that quickly circulated online among fans and followers. Their presence was not only a matter of fanfare, it was officially recognized in the legislature itself. Conservative MLA Steve…

29 May

Sidhu Moosewala Remembered with Tears and Tributes in Mansa, Emotional Scenes at Bhog Ceremony Coming in

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Mansa (National Times): Three years after his death, the legacy of Shubhdeep Singh Moosewala, prominently known as Sidhu Moosewala, remains etched in the soul of Punjab. On his third death anniversary, a bhog ceremony was held in his hometown of Mansa, where hundreds came together to honor the late singer’s life and message. His mother, Charan Kaur, moved hearts as she attended the ceremony with her newborn grandchild. Overcome with grief, she broke into tears, reminding everyone that the pain of loss never truly fades. Yet in her arms was a symbol of hope, Junior Sidhu, the grandson born after…

28 May

CM Mann Condoles Death of Veteran Akali Leader Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa

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Chandigarh, May 28, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday expressed profound grief over the demise of senior Akali leader and former Union Minister Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa. The 89-year-old stalwart passed away at a private hospital in Mohali earlier in the evening. He is survived by his wife, son, and two daughters.In his condolence message, CM Mann acknowledged Dhindsa’s lifelong dedication to public service and his significant contributions to the welfare of the people of Punjab. The Chief Minister described Dhindsa as a towering political figure whose loss leaves a deep void in state and national politics.Extending heartfelt…

28 May

Punjab Police Crack Down on Drug Smugglers: 141 Held, 90 FIRs Registered in Statewide Operation Across 126 Railway Stations

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CHANDIGARH, May 28: Continuing the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state consecutively for the 88th day, Punjab Police on Wednesday conducted a cordon and search operation (CASO) at 126 Railway Stations across the state. The operation was carried out in all the 28 Police districts on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav. Special Director General of Police (Special DGP) Law and Order Arpit Shukla, who was personally monitoring this state-level operation, said that all the CPs/SSPs were asked to…

28 May

Veteran Akali Leader Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa Passes Away at 89

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Chandigarh/Sangrur, May 28, 2025: Senior Taksali Akali leader and former patron of the Shiromani Akali Dal, Sukhdev Singh Dhindsa, passed away at the age of 89.According to sources, Dhindsa had been unwell for some time and was undergoing treatment at a hospital in Mohali, where he breathed his last at 5 PM today.A prominent political figure, Dhindsa was honored with the Padma Bhushan in 2019 for his contributions to public life. In 2020, he parted ways with the Shiromani Akali Dal. Over his extensive political career, he served as a Member of both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.His…

28 May

Chandigarh Reports First COVID Death of 2025; Ludhiana Man Succumbs After Respiratory Complications

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Chandigarh, May 28, 2025: In a concerning development, Chandigarh recorded its first COVID-related death of the year. The deceased has been identified as a 40-year-old resident of Ludhiana, who had tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday.According to hospital sources, the patient was admitted four days ago after experiencing severe respiratory distress. Despite medical efforts, he succumbed to the infection today.Health authorities have confirmed the death and are urging citizens to follow necessary precautions amid a mild resurgence of cases in the region.

28 May

Major Crackdown: Punjab ANTF Arrests Three Drug Traffickers, Seizes Heroin and Illegal Weapons in Amritsar

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Amritsar (National Times): In a significant blow to narcotics and illegal arms trafficking, the Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF), Border Range, Amritsar, has arrested three individuals allegedly involved in a Nacro-Arms smuggling racket. The arrests took place near Shankar Dhaba on Attari Road, Amritsar, following a swift operation based on credible intelligence. The accused have been identified as Maninderjit Singh, Peter, and Lovejit Singh alias Raja. Acting on a tip-off, the ANTF team intercepted the trio and recovered a large cache of drugs and firearms from their possession. Seizure Details: 4 PX5 Storm pistols 7 magazines 55 live cartridges 521 grams…

28 May

Punjab Government Suspends SSP Fazilka in Corruption Case; Four Cops Caught Accepting Bribe

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Chandigarh (National Times): In a major development in Punjab’s ongoing crackdown on corruption, the state government has suspended Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Fazilka, Varinder Singh Brar, in connection with a corruption case. The action comes just a day after four police personnel from the Fazilka police station were caught red-handed accepting a bribe of Rs 1 lakh. According to information, SSP Varinder Singh Brar has been suspended in a cybercrime case involving child pornography. A 17-year-old boy accidentally clicked on a child pornography link, and instead, the police tried to frame him and demanded a Rs 3 lakh bribe,…

28 May

Sidhu Moosewala’s Father Balkaur Singh To Contest 2027 Punjab Assembly Polls in Pursuit of Justice

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Mansa (National Times): In a significant political development, Balkaur Singh, father of the late Punjabi singer and politician Sidhu Moosewala, has announced that he will contest the upcoming 2027 Punjab Vidhan Sabha elections. The decision, he said, comes from a deep-seated desire to seek justice for his son and to bring about systemic change from within. Addressing the press ahead of Moosewala’s third death anniversary, Singh declared, “I will not stop until my son gets justice. To do that, I have decided to step into the political arena and enter the system myself.” Sidhu Moosewala, an influential voice in Punjab’s…